{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Knowledge translation strategies used to promote evidence-based interventions for children with cerebral palsy: a scoping review.
{Author}: Hanson J;Sasitharan A;Ogourtsova T;Majnemer A;
{Journal}: Disabil Rehabil
{Volume}: 0
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024 Jun 8
{Factor}: 2.439
{DOI}: 10.1080/09638288.2024.2360661
{Abstract}: <B>UNASSIGNED: </B>Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood physical disability, imposing substantial costs on individuals and society. Early interventions that promote brain optimization and reorganization are vital for children with CP. Integrating early evidence-based practice (EBP) remains challenging but enhances functional outcomes.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>Following a scoping review methodology, databases were searched to identify studies examining the impact of knowledge translation (KT) strategies for pediatric CP interventions. Extraction included study characteristics, methodology, KT strategies, barriers, and facilitators. Numerical and inductive content analysis identified themes among KT strategies. A final stakeholder consultation to discuss the results was conducted.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>This review included seventeen articles. Common outcomes included participant change in EBP knowledge and behaviour. Common barriers included a need for more resources, protected time, and funding. Most studies followed a multifaceted KT approach. Various KT strategies were used, primarily mentoring, workshops, case studies, and online tools.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>Results underscored the need for tailored KT strategies for implementing EBP for children with CP. Additionally, user-friendly KT tools and involving mentors to facilitate the intervention can haste EBP uptake. Successful adoption depends on challenges in healthcare settings. This study provides insights into current KT strategies for advancing best practices for children with CP.<BR>Employing multifaceted knowledge translation strategies in a pediatric rehabilitation setting can support the adoption of evidence-based practices for children with cerebral palsy.It is important to identify and address common barriers hindering the use of evidence-based practices in cerebral palsy rehabilitation in a specific context to tailor a knowledge translation strategy.Having qualified rehabilitation professionals act as evidence-based practice leaders in a healthcare setting is crucial for promoting evidence-based practices among other professionals.